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Cheesy Baked Chicken Tacos

cinderellasapron
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 7 ounces diced green chiles
  • 2 tomatoes, seeded and diced
  • 1/2 cup mild salsa
  • 15 ounces black beans, drained
  • 8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 12 crunchy taco shells

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a 9x13 inch dish with parchment. Stand the taco shells in the dish, and bake for 4 minutes. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, drizzle some oil in the pan, and add the onions and chicken. Cook until the onions are softened and chicken is cooked through.
  • Stir in the garlic, and cook an additional 30 seconds.
  • Add in the seasonings, followed by the green chiles, tomatoes, and salsa. Bring to a simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in beans.
  • Place a sprinkle of cheese in the bottom of each shell. Divide the filling among the taco shells. Top with remaining shredded cheese.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, or until melted and golden.
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